ISO 27001 is one of the most recognised internationally recognised standards for Information Security management. With increasing concerns about data security, its use is now confirmed as a major pillar in supply chain security and customer assurance. Applying the 27001 Standard to your management system will enable you to:
The principle objective of an Information Security management system that uses the 27001 requirements is that data remain confidential, available where needed, and it's integrity is maintained.
Please also note that there are other related standards that either bolt-on specific management issues (e.g. ISO 27701: Security techniques for privacy information management) and also Cyber Essentials, which is a UK-centred scheme managed by the UK National Cyber Security Centre and which provides a baseline management system.
Please note that the ISO 27001 Standard was updated in 2022